IntraLase Lasik Vs Traditional Lasik

My friend just underwent lasic eye surgery but using a new technique called Intralase. She told me that intralase was better than lasik. She really...

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Too Old for Lasik?

Is there an age at which Lasik would be ill advised because you might still need glasses to correct age-related eye issues, or does Lasik preclude...

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Is It Safe to Fly After Lasik Surgery?

I am considering Lasik surgery and have an upcoming vacation that will keep me away from too much eye strain for at least a week, which I hear is...

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How Long Does Lasik Results Last?

I am 24 y/o and considering doing Lasik! Is it a one time procedure? Am I too young to get it?

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Correcting Astigmatism with Intralase with Lasik?

I am going to be getting the Intralase with wave-guided Lasik with the Visx Star4 laser. The astigmatism is at a cylinder 3.75 and 2.75 in the other...

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With a Prescription of -10.5, Am I a Candidate for Lasik?

I keep hearing two different opinions: one that it's OK and people with higher prescriptions had Lasik done and have perfect vision now, and the other...

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Taking Contacts out 24 Hours Before Lasik Surgery, Too Soon?

I had an evaluation to see if I am a Lasik candidate yesterday. They instructed me to take my contacts out for 24 hours before the appointment. They...

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Are TLC Lasik Doctors the Best for Laser Eye Surgery?

I am looking for a laser eye surgeon to do Bladeless LASIK. Is TLC the best lasik clinic. TLC has really attractive financing avail, so would be...

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How to Treat Red Spots After Lasik

I had Lasik a week ago. More than half of one eye and one fourth of the other is covered in deep redness. The doctor said this is a side effect of the...

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How Long Can Halos and Star Bursts Last After Lasik Surgery?

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Starbursting 1 Month After Lasik

I had lasik done one month ago and still having starbursting. How long will it take to clear up? And what could be causing it?

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Is Lasik Surgery a Good Investment?

I was comparing costs of contacts, glasses and LASIK. In my situation the bifocals and frames with coated lenses are quite expensive. I understand...

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Will I Need Reading Glasses After Lasik?

Is there anything that can be done before or during Lasik to prevent the need for reading glasses?

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What effect does wearing a contact have on your cornea before Lasek?

Hi I'm 25 years old and I have been wearing soft contact lenses for about 5 years.I want to know that does it effect on cornea diameter and...

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Very Large Pupils and Lasik Surgery

What do most lasik surgeons consider very large pupils? I've read the pupil dilates naturally at night from 5-8 mm. Can it get bigger than that?...

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3 Questions to Ask when Choosing a Lasik Doctor?

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Allergy Drops After Lasik?

After having Lasik to correct astigmatism, when can I continue using prescription eye drops for dry eyes and allergies after Lasik?

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Dose Cold Weather Affect Post Lasik Situation and Cause Red Eyes?

I had Lasik 4 weeks ago and my eyes are still kind of red.It is not red all the time but sometimes it is really red. It doesn’t hurt that much...

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Custom LASIK Vs Conventional Lasik

Someone told me they had a "Custom" LASIK procedure done. Why would someone need Custom Lasik vs a Conventional LASIK procedure?

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What is a Glare Sensitivity Test?

What is a glare sensitivity test and should I be requesting one before and after having lasik?

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Will LASIK Reshaping of my Cornea Lessen my Risk for Cataracts?

Cataracts run in my family, and I was wondering if LASIK surgery lessens the risk I will develop cataracts at a later date. How likely is it I will...

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LASIK Enhancement Surgery

Why would LASIK Enhancement Surgery be needed? Is there an additional cost?

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Is LASIK a Good Way to Correct Presbyopia?

What makes a good candidate for correcting presbyopia with LASIK?

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How Long to Wait for Lasik After Levator Resection?

I had levator rescection and Blepharoplasty 10 days ago so, I am currently out of my gas permeable contacts for a couple weeks. I was thinking about...

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LASIK Observation

Is it reasonable to ask my doctor if I can observe a LASIK procedure performed before deciding if I should do it?

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If Dry Eyes Still Persist, What Could Have Happened During Lasik to Cause It?

Should I try a different kind of eye drop if my dry eyes are still a problem 4 months after Lasik? Are my eyes still healing, is that why they are...

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